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The Sofia HotelvsCoronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa
Both properties are endorsed by professionals. On balance, The Sofia Hotel scores marginally better than Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa. The Sofia Hotel comes in at #30 in San Diego with positive reviews from 7 sources like Gayot, Frommer's and Oyster.
The Sofia Hotel
Fodor's
Oyster
Star Service
Gayot
BlackBook
Lonely Planet
National Geographic
Afar Magazine
Frommer's
150 West Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101
From $131/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's "This stylish and centrally located boutique hotel has small rooms, but clever details help guests feel pampered." Full review
Oyster Upper-middle-range
"The 211-room Sofia Hotel in Downtown San Diego features small, but stylish rooms, with mini-fridges, microwaves, and tiny flat-screen TVs." Full review
Star Service "This diminutive and well-seasoned downtown hotel combines historic roots with sleek modern residential design, producing one of the top boutique-style hotels in the city." Full review
Gayot "Stylish, yet affordable, downtownâs Sofia Hotel offers a host of amenities in a prime location."
BlackBook "Friendly staff and spacious, comfortable rooms greet guests upon arrival. In-room spa services available for extra pampering and VIP upgrades are yours for the taking."
Lonely Planet "Across from Westfield Horton Plaza, the historic Sofia has 212 rooms so fashionable you’d never guess it’s right down the block from the Greyhound station." Full review
National Geographic "“I recommend the Sofia to friends on a budget; the rooms are like cute modern studio apartments... this 212-room urban boutique hotel occupies a brick-facade building." Full review
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Avoid rear rooms overlooking the bus depot; corner rooms are small but bright.
Afar Magazine "The rooms are smaller than a modern hotel, but remember, this hotel was built before the "bigger is better" model was in vogue. The dining room, called Currant Brasserie, is a charming place." Full review
Frommer's "This stately brick Gothic Revival building from 1929 offers stylish and modern lodging accessible to the Gaslamp, Embarcadero and Little Italy" Full review
Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa Frommer's Fodor's
DK Eyewitness Gayot Oyster
U.S. News & World Report
2000 Second St, Coronado, CA 92118
From $151/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "Although the physical property is generic, the staff goes out of its way to provide upbeat attention; guests just seem to get whatever they need." Full review
Fodor's "The spacious rooms and suites are situated in low-slung buildings redone in a cheerful island-inspired fashion." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Lush grounds with a few flamingos, a relaxed ambience, and a dedicated staff make this resort a top choice."
Gayot "Set at the foot of the impressive Coronado Bay Bridge, the Coronado Island Marriott Resort sprawls across more than sixteen waterfront acres overlooking downtown San Diego."
OysterUpscale
"Set on the quiet side of San Diego’s famed Coronado Island, this 273-room resort perched on 16 waterfront acres aims for mass appeal with three pools, a fitness center, and full-service spa." Full review
U.S. News & World Report38.0
"The Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa sits on Coronado Island about 5 miles from downtown San Diego (and the San Diego Convention Center), so it's a popular choice among business travelers." Full review
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Plus, guests who choose to bed down here can earn and redeem Marriott Bonvoy points toward free stays and other perks.
